This month's full moon reaches peak illumination at 12:56 p.m. EDT (17:56 GMT) and is known as the 'Flower Moon' to some in ...

The Moon does not make its own light like a star. The Moon appears bright because it reflects light from the Sun. Like the Earth, half of the Moon faces towards the Sun, and half faces away from it.

Just remember to always take precautions when viewing objects in the sky close to the sun ... human space exploration, and can’t wait for the day when astronauts once again set foot on the moon.

The moon's glowing appearance comes from the sun's reflected light, leading to its typical white or golden hue, according to NASA. Instead, the "pink" name is a nod to the arrival of blooming ...